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When it comes to pool interiors, consumers are spoiled for choice

April 1, 2013

The first pools were built 5,000 years ago in modern-day Pakistan. Waterproofing the pool interior was accomplished by using a combination of bricks, mortar, plaster, and a coating of tar. In 2500 BC, the Romans refined the process with massive public bathing pools that were built to impress. Columns, terracotta, and mosaics were featured in the finish materials for...

Project Spotlight: Artistic Shadows Landscaping/Pools (2013)

March 1, 2013

Although the restrictive space, irregular property lines, and 1,106-mm (40-in.) slope rise of this 8.5- x 26.8-m (28- x 88-ft) backyard presented some challenges, Artistic Shadows Landscaping/Pools of Arva, Ont., transformed this London, Ont., landscape into a complete outdoor oasis.

Certified to Serve: Raising the Bar in Aquatic Access

Natural swimming pools (NSPs) garner interest in North America

March 1, 2013

A natural swimming pool (NSP) or pond is an engineered system comprising a contained swimming vessel and a constructed wetland. The constructed wetland may be integrated with or separated from the swimming vessel. Water purification and clarification is achieved entirely via the use of biological filters, hydroponically rooted aquatic plants, and the balanced ecosystem contained within the wetland, without the use of any chemicals or devices that disinfect or sterilize the pool water. For bather health and safety, the NSP optimizes the conditions found in nature’s water bodies.

Light-emitting diode (LED) lighting is becoming the backyard norm

March 1, 2013

Light is experienced in many forms—from the natural light of the sun and stars to manmade electric lights that are used every day. While the theory of light itself can be a rather complicated subject, this article will discuss some of the emerging lighting technologies related to the pool, hot tub, and outdoor industries.

Installation tips for prefabricated modular pool slides

March 1, 2013

Everyone smiles when they think back to those childhood days of summer pool parties. Many have fond memories of friends cannonballing off the diving board or swooshing down the slide into the pool. Parents today want the same experience for their children, but how do they tear them away from the Internet or video games to get them outside and play? Easy—build them a fun backyard pool with a waterpark-like slide.

NSF International evaluates the performance, and health and safety of swim spas

March 1, 2013

As public swimming pools, spas, and waterparks continue their explosive worldwide growth in popularity, the need likewise grows to maintain these facilities as safe and healthy recreational environments in every conceivable climate and setting. This remains a fundamental priority for everyone involved with the industry, from public health officials and equipment manufacturers to end users.

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Features

When it comes to pool interiors, consumers are spoiled for choice

Project Spotlight: Artistic Shadows Landscaping/Pools (2013)

Certified to Serve: Raising the Bar in Aquatic Access

Natural swimming pools (NSPs) garner interest in North America

Light-emitting diode (LED) lighting is becoming the backyard norm

Installation tips for prefabricated modular pool slides

NSF International evaluates the performance, and health and safety of swim spas

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Aiper Scuba N1 Ultra Robotic Pool Cleaner

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V-LOCK CONCEALED SKIMMER LID

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